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The 10 Best Hip Stretches for Men (and Anyone Else Who Sits All Day)

Physical therapists share their favorite ways to loosen up your hip flexors.
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Why Low-Impact Exercises Can Lead to Huge Gains

Looking for a less exhausting approach to fitness? Get on the LISS train.
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How Relaxing in a Sauna After a Workout Can Improve Your V02 Max, and 7 Other Benefits You Should Know About

A cardiologist, a neurologist, and a dermatologist share eight science-backed benefits to a schvitz.
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Push vs. Pull: Why Doing Sets of Both Exercises Is the Best Way to Make Gains

Opposites attract.
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The Best Warm-Up and Cool-Down Routines to Get the Most Out of Your Workouts

Committing to warming up and cooling down properly is far more important than gutting out that last rep.
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The 10 Best Rowing Machines Will Wring You Out

All the erg-onomic equipment you need for a full-body workout.
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How to Get Shredded the Right Way

Dropping body fat can be a long and perilous process. Instead of relying on shortcuts, chemicals, and crash diets, why not do it correctly?
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Resistance Bands Versus Weights: Why You Should Add Both to Your Workout

Resistance bands are great if you’re on the go—but experts say they're a worthy addition to a session even at a well-equipped gym.
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How Many Reps Is Too Many? Here's What the Experts Have to Say

Arnold Schwarzenegger does a 360-rep finisher and calisthenics warriors go until they drop—but how many reps are actually good for you? We did some heavy lifting on one of the biggest fitness quandaries.
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Why Protecting Your Joints Should Be Your Number-One Workout Priority

Forget running faster or lifting heavier—here's the case for working out for joint health.
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The Best Home Gym Equipment Means You Never Again Have To Sweat Around Strangers

Whether you've got $100 or $5,000, here's how to get a pump without a monthly membership. 
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The Real-Life Diet of Furiosa Stunt Double Luke Davis, Who Works Out to Match the Actor He's Doubling

The stunt performer caught up with GQ about rapidly changing his diet from movie to movie, recovering from injuries, and the hardest hit of his career.
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How to Train With Heart Rate Zones

Knowing exactly how hard your body is working will level up your fitness.
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Is ‘Run Fast, Squat Heavy’ the Ultimate Compromise Between Cardio and Strength Training?

Studies suggest that a mix of lifting and running is better for overall health and longevity than either workout in isolation—here’s a particularly intense way to do it.
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The Real-Life Diet of Jeremy Renner, Who Says Pain Is Just a Construct of the Brain

The Hurt Locker and Avengers actor talked to GQ about the fitness and wellness routine he's maintaining after his 2023 accident, his pre-workout routine, and a newfound perspective on trauma.
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The Best Way to Keep Your Knees Healthy Is to Use Them

Many guys avoid workouts like running and squats for fear of damaging their knees, but experts who spoke with GQ say the risks of not working your joints are far greater.
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Eleven do-anything duffles sturdy enough for the everyday and stylish enough for a weekend away.
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Is Non-Alcoholic Beer a Good Sports Drink?

NA beer is hydrating and has carbs for fuel—could it outperform good old Gatorade? Here’s what sports dietitians have to say.
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Why a VO2 Max Test Reveals So Much About Overall Health and Longevity

Hardcore endurance athletes have tracked the metric for decades, but it is increasingly touted as a measure of fitness and health for the average person.
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The Best High-Protein Snacks for Hitting Your Macros on the Go

Serious athletes need more protein than the average guy.